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# How To Install Plugins For Minecraft

A plugin is an additive file for a Minecraft multiplayer server. A plugin, unlike a mod, will not modify a client or server  
  

Once the setup process is complete, open your panel and login using your user credentials.  
  
Upon your login, you will be met with your panel home page. It will look something **like this**.  

![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/37e38d0b0bedac00/6263d04e-21cc-413c-81d1-23f58a_1p3w47o.png)

Navigate to the **Plugin Manager**. This is where you will decide what type of server you can have. This screen will look something **like this**.

![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/32d705e3a88da200/51f337ca-a1b7-4e46-a42e-f41079_rnsdch.png)

Here you can choose your server type. The following is a list and features of each:  
  
  

  
It is suggested that further research is done before selecting a server type.  
  
Once installed, you should have the ability to begin downloading compatible plugins at the “**Plugins”** tab. Once a plugin is installed, you can restart your server, and play!